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    Area of Science:

    • Nephrology
    • Nursing Care

    Background:

    • Advanced kidney disease necessitates renal replacement therapy.
    • Late referral often limits treatment options for end-stage renal disease patients.
    • Urgent-start peritoneal dialysis (PD) provides a timely solution.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the nursing aspects of urgent-start PD.
    • To provide a guide for clinicians managing this evolving pathway.
    • To highlight PD as a renal replacement therapy option.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review on urgent-start PD nursing care.
    • Analysis of clinical guidelines and best practices.
    • Synthesis of information for practical application.

    Main Results:

    • Urgent-start PD requires specific nursing protocols.
    • Effective patient and catheter management are crucial.
    • This pathway addresses critical needs in Stage 5 CKD.

    Conclusions:

    • Urgent-start PD is a viable option for late-referred patients.
    • Nursing expertise is key to successful urgent-start PD implementation.
    • This approach expands renal replacement therapy accessibility.